Copycat Crumbl Cookies

If you love Crumbl cookies—those thick, soft, bakery-style cookies with rich flavors and gooey centers—you’re in for a treat! This Copycat Crumbl Cookies Recipe gives you giant, ultra-soft, and perfectly sweet cookies that taste just like the real thing (maybe even better!).

Whether you’re craving classic chocolate chip, chilled sugar, or another signature flavor, this base recipe lets you customize your own Crumbl-style cookies at home—without the expensive bakery prices!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Thick & Soft – Just like Crumbl’s oversized, melt-in-your-mouth cookies.
✔ Gourmet Flavor – Rich, buttery, and bakery-quality.
✔ Easy to Customize – Make any Crumbl flavor you love!
✔ No Chilling Required – Ready in 30 minutes or less!

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

• Unsalted Butter – Adds richness and moisture.
• Granulated Sugar & Brown Sugar – Creates the perfect chewy texture.
• Egg – Helps bind the dough and adds structure.
• Vanilla Extract – Enhances the flavor.
• All-Purpose Flour – The base for thick, bakery-style cookies.
• Cornstarch – Helps keep the cookies soft.
• Baking Powder & Baking Soda – Ensures the perfect rise.
• Salt – Balances sweetness.
• Chocolate Chips or Mix-Ins – Customize with chocolate, sprinkles, or other add-ins!

For the Classic Buttercream Frosting (Optional, for Frosted Crumbl Cookies):

• Unsalted Butter – Creates a smooth, creamy texture.
• Powdered Sugar – Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
• Vanilla Extract – Adds depth of flavor.
• Milk or Heavy Cream – Adjusts the consistency.
• Food Coloring – Optional, for fun variations!

Note: Ingredients with measurements will be right under the article in the recipe card.

How to Make Copycat Crumbl Cookies

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugars

In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).

Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients

Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, blending until smooth.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5: Fold in Mix-Ins

If making chocolate chip Crumbl cookies, gently fold in chocolate chips or other add-ins of your choice.

Step 6: Scoop & Shape

Using a large cookie scoop (or ¼ cup measurement), scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing cookies at least 2 inches apart. Lightly press each dough ball to flatten slightly (Crumbl cookies are thick but not round balls).

Step 7: Bake to Perfection

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are slightly underbaked.

Step 8: Cool & Frost (If Frosted Cookies)

Let cookies cool for 10 minutes before adding frosting. To make the buttercream, beat butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream until fluffy. Pipe or spread onto cooled cookies.

Pro Tips for Perfect Crumbl Cookies

✔ Use Room Temperature Ingredients – Helps the dough mix evenly.
✔ Underbake Slightly – The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
✔ Press the Dough Before Baking – Helps create the signature Crumbl shape.
✔ Chill for an Extra Thick Cookie (Optional) – If you want even thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

Popular Crumbl Cookie Flavor Variations

Want to make a different Crumbl-inspired cookie? Try these flavors!

Classic Milk Chocolate Chip

• Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for milk chocolate chips to mimic Crumbl’s signature recipe.

Chilled Sugar Cookie

• Skip the chocolate chips and top with pink buttercream frosting.

Birthday Cake

• Add sprinkles to the dough and top with vanilla buttercream.

Lemon Glazed Cookie

• Add lemon zest & juice to the dough and top with a sweet lemon glaze.

Double Chocolate Brownie

• Replace ½ cup of flour with cocoa powder and add chocolate chunks.

How to Serve

• Fresh & Warm – Enjoy right out of the oven for gooey goodness.
• Chilled – Some Crumbl cookies (like sugar cookies) taste even better cold!
• With a Glass of Milk – The perfect pairing for a rich, buttery cookie.
• Frosted or Unfrosted – Customize them to your liking!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

• Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerate frosted cookies for up to 5 days.

Freezing

• Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months—thaw at room temperature before eating.
• Freeze unbaked cookie dough balls and bake straight from frozen (just add 1-2 extra minutes).

Reheating

• Warm cookies in the microwave for 10 seconds to get that fresh-baked taste!

FAQs

1. How big should I make Crumbl-style cookies?

Crumbl cookies are extra-large! Use ¼ cup of dough per cookie for the full Crumbl experience.

2. Can I use salted butter?

Yes, but reduce the added salt by half to balance the flavors.

3. Can I make these without cornstarch?

Yes, but cornstarch helps keep them soft and thick. If omitted, the cookies may spread more.

4. How do I get perfectly round cookies?

After baking, use a spoon or cookie cutter to gently shape them while they’re warm.

Final Thoughts

These Copycat Crumbl Cookies are big, thick, soft, and absolutely delicious—just like the real thing but homemade! Whether you’re making chocolate chip, sugar, or a fun new flavor, this easy recipe brings bakery-style cookies right to your kitchen.

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